Monthly Archives: March 2016

Set His Boat on the Wide Water

A favorite author has died. Pat Conroy, whose works include many of the books I have read and own, died on March 4 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He died at age 70, an age close to my own, of a disease that claimed my good friend, Bill … Read More

Wearin’ O’ The Green Locally

The east side transforms into a small patch of the Auld Sod March 17, when several Irish pubs in the area welcome a bevvy of talented Celtric/Gaelic inspired musicians. The whole thing kicks off downtown for the Greening of the Canal downtown on March 16 from 5-6 p.m. at Ohio … Read More

Ten-Digit Dialing in Indiana’s 317 Area Code Starts This Month

INDIANAPOLIS — On Sat., March 19, all consumers in central Indiana’s 317 telephone area code are encouraged to start using ten digits, rather than seven, to make local phone calls. (For example, callers should start dialing “317-555-5555” instead of “555-5555.”) This will help consumers ease into the upcoming transition to … Read More

Indiana Flower & Patio Show March 12-20 at State Fairgrounds

INDIANAPOLIS — The 58th Annual Indiana Flower & Patio Show will take place March 12-20 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Expo Hall and West Pavilion, 1202 E. 38th St. There is a $5 charge for parking per vehicle. Hours are Mon.-Wed. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. and … Read More